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Part Time Development Manager (Fixed Term)

Bath Spa University10 open roles

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£31,648 a year
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We are currently seeking a Development Manager, who will play a key role in driving The Studio’s strategic growth and delivering Bath Spa University’s KE priorities. The role will develop a sustainable pipeline of income-generating programmes and partnerships that build innovation capacity, support creative work, and support the development of Residents. The role will include leading the rollout of The Studio Innovation Fund, and encouraging partnerships to apply for Boost.

(This is a Part Time 0.8fte, Fixed term contract until 31/07/2027)

About the Role

Programme Development & Delivery

  • Design and implement paid development programmes tailored to the needs of Studio Residents.
  • Develop and launch a paid graduate programme to support employability and retention.
  • Create bespoke support packages that leverage paid expertise and consultancy.

Strategic Growth & Income Generation

  • Lead the rollout of The Studio Innovation Fund and support partnerships applying for Boost.
  • Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships that align with The Studio’s growth objectives.
  • Pivot away from individual support models to scalable, income-generating initiatives.

Strategic Alignment & Knowledge Exchange

  • Ensure activities align with BSU’s KE strategy and institutional HEIF plan
  • Contribute to reporting and evaluation of KE and HEIF outcomes, including demonstrating impact through innovation, creativity, and partnerships
  • Build partnerships that link to regional priorities (see LSIP/ Local Skills Improvement Plan, the Industrial Strategy, and local growth plans)
  • Act as a key link between The Studio and the KE teams, enabling the transparent flow of information, opportunities, and impact evidence

Events & Community Engagement

  • Curate and manage The Studio’s events programme to foster collaboration between Residents, researchers, and the wider Createch community.
  • Expand The Studio’s reach through targeted engagement and sector-specific activities.

Collaboration & Impact

  • Work closely with the Studio Manager, the KE team, and wider teams to align business development with institutional goals and KE priorities.
  • Monitor and evaluate programme impact against HEIF outcomes, KE metrics and other frameworks, ensuring continuous improvement and relevance.

About You

  • Proven experience in business development, programme design, or enterprise support.
  • Experience in income generation and partnership development.
  • Strong understanding of creative and technological industries.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
  • Experience working in a university or innovation hub setting.
  • Familiarity with graduate employability programmes and innovation funding.
  • Evidence of impact work aligned with regional economic development priorities
  • Experience in managing programmes funded through HEIF or other innovation schemes
  • Understanding of KE principles and their role in HE impact and local growth

For further information on the essential and desirable skills we’re looking for, please refer to the attached Job Description.

Additional Information

Salary Grade 7 - £31,648 per annum, pro rata £39,560

This is a Part Time 0.8fte Fixed Term Contract until 31/07/2027

Interview Date - Wednesday 25th November 2026

Due to the nature of this post regretfully we cannot accept applications that do not have the Right to Work/Live in the UK therefore your application will be rejected.

Staff Benefits

We offer a wide range of great benefits at BSU, including

  • Generous pension scheme (Local Government Pension Scheme/Teacher's Pension Scheme). This is a defined benefit pension scheme which pays members a secure income for life, post-retirement
  • Enhanced paid leave - 41 - 46 days depending on the role (Full Time) - more details here: https://apphub.bathspa.ac.uk/StaffBenefits
  • Family friendly policies including hybrid working, flexible work environment, on-site nursery, and a sector-leading enhanced maternity scheme
  • Employee Assistance Programme which offers access to on-demand GP appointments, wellbeing support and advice, and access to counselling
  • Transport schemes including Electric Vehicle Scheme and Cycle to Work
  • Wide range of discounts and financial benefits, accessed through and easy-to-use app

For further details about all our staff benefits, have a look at our rewards page: https://www.bathspa.ac.uk/work-at-bath-spa/rewards-and-benefits/

We reserve the right to close this vacancy early if we receive sufficient applications for the role. Therefore, if you are interested, please submit your application as early as possible.

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